Daylight Saving Time Raises Concerns of Drowsy Driving

Drowsy driving increases crash risk as clocks spring forward

UTICA — After a long, cold winter, more daylight is a welcome sight across the Northeast — but as daylight saving time approaches, AAA Northeast reminds drivers that drowsy driving can have deadly consequences.

Daylight Saving Time raises concerns of drowsy driving

NEW YORK (PIX 11) — As clocks spring forward this Sunday, experts warn that losing just one hour of sleep could impact sleep patterns and put thousands of drivers at risk on the road. Drowsy driving can slow a driver's reaction time and make it harder to stay alert, according to Shaimaa Ibrahim, a driving instructor [...]

Drowsy driving risk spikes in Indy with daylight saving, says AAA

Losing an hour of sleep this Sunday when clocks spring forward can make driving more dangerous in the days and weeks that follow.

Officials warn of increased drowsy driving as clocks change

AAA is warning drivers to prioritize rest as daylight saving time approaches, noting that the time change can disrupt sleep patterns and increase the risk of drowsy driving.

AAA-Iowa warns: Drowsy driving can be deadly after time change

With the switch to Daylight Saving Time this weekend, some Iowans may be starting next week out sleepy from that lost hour of shut-eye. AAA Iowa spokesman Brian Ortner says a motor club study finds driving while drowsy can be dangerous, and even deadly. “This study is based on in-depth crash investigation and national fatal […]

Drowsy driving dangers increase after 'spring forward'

Fatal crashes increase by 6% after clocks 'spring forward' for daylight saving time due to drowsy driving. Learn how to stay safe on the road.